Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim by Dream Fish

First Love Novel 33

Chapter 33

Before Angela could respond, Cecilia suddenly exclaimed, "Oh my, Angela, what happened to your face? It's all red. Did someone slap you?"

Angela had tried covering the handprint with foundation before coming here, but it hadn't done a thorough job.

Meanwhile, the slap she had given Fiona earlier, though seemingly harsh, had barely left a

mark.

"Fiona, this really isn't right. Angie may not come from a wealthy family, but she's a good girl. How could you treat her so harshly? Imagine how heartbroken her parents would be if they knew!”

Ursula's putrage seemed genuine, as though she was standing up for Angela.

At that moment, Joseph's expression darkened to a degree that felt almost palpable.

Fiona stood silently, clearly in a precarious position. Yet, she refused to glance at Angela.

She had indeed slapped Angela. She wasn't the type to bow her head or apologize to someone she deemed unworthy. Especially not when she had acted in Dexter's interest.

Angela quickly interjected with

allergic reaction to a

on my

but she genuinely cares about Dexter and I. She's also. incredibly busy. Without her,

simple sentences, yet

glanced at Angela with

eyes.

so?" he muttered. "If you say so, I'll believe it. But remember, no

She opened her mouth to speak, but Cecilia stopped her.

anyone else,” Angela added. Joseph looked at Angela, a hint of suspicion gradually filling

I will take our leave. If Dexter wakes up, please let us know so

Chapter 33

of timing was

nodded, granting

Angela a sly smile. Angela maintained her perfectly poised demeanor. Her smile betrayed no

away, Angela's mind

were at odds, Angela had often seen Fiona suffer

Angela. Upon discovering this, Fiona had scolded Angela harshly, accusing her

from Ursula and Cecilia that she had never experienced before, which